All decision making must be based on what is best for children
academically, socially, physically, and emotionally.

South Lake Schools is a community of learners and all
members of the community have a right to succeed.

High expectations lead to high achievement.
Attitude is more important than ability.

All members of the South Lake community are mutually accountable.

The diversity of our learning community is valued as a positive
reflection of global society.

Teaching how to access information and how to examine
information critically is more important than teaching specific
factual knowledge.